Lussekatter Swedish Saffron Buns
Golden saffron buns shaped in an S and dotted with raisins. Soft, fragrant and traditional for St Lucia's Day.
- Time2 hr 30
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.27 a head
- Oven225°C (205°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Crush the saffron in a mortar, add the hot water and leave to soak for 10 minutes.
10 min - 2
Mix the flour, yeast, sugar and salt. Add the warm milk, saffron liquid, melted butter and 1 egg. Stir to a soft dough.
- 3
Knead for 10 minutes until smooth. Cover and leave somewhere warm for 1 hour until doubled.
60 min - 4
Divide into 14 pieces. Roll each into a 25 cm rope and curl both ends in opposite directions to make an S. Place on lined trays.
- 5
Cover and rest for 30 minutes. Heat the oven to 225°C (205°C fan).
30 min - 6
Brush with beaten egg and press a raisin into the centre of each curl.
- 7
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until golden. Cool a little before eating.
11 min
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.